The ASE Training Managers Council (ATMC) has released the results of its 2026 Training Benchmarks survey which provides valuable insights into technician training needs, industry trends and workforce development priorities across the automotive, truck and collision...
An industry group is calling for greater transparency around battery condition, arguing that current measurements do not provide a complete picture of battery health. The concern centres on EV battery State of Health (SoH), a commonly used metric that measures an EV...
(SPONSORED CONTENT) For many drivers, 100,000 km feels like a milestone. For technicians, it’s often when suspension systems begin revealing how a vehicle has truly been used. Not every vehicle reaches that mark under the same conditions. Some accumulate mostly...
Independent repair shops using General Motors service information and programming tools will see changes to ACDelco Technical Delivery System (TDS) subscription pricing and access terms beginning July 1. According to a notice issued by the National Automotive Service...
Automotive technicians in Nova Scotia will have an opportunity to build their electric vehicle knowledge through a free EV safety training program this June. To proactively prepare the sector for EV growth, the Automotive Sector Council launched SHIFT EV, a...
(SPONSORED CONTENT) Today’s automotive technicians and repair garages know that bay efficiency, installation accuracy and parts reliability are critical for maintaining customer trust and a booming bottom line. Whether performing routine maintenance or major engine...
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) will observe Automotive Service Professionals Month (ASPM) this June, while announcing a planned transition beginning in 2026–2027 to shift ASPM recognition to October and April to coincide with Fall and...
(SPONSORED CONTENT) Shocks and struts from different brands pretty much look the same. So why do some cost more, and what does that mean to you and your customers? Well, it’s what’s inside the shock that makes the difference. The most important component of any...
"Every savvy shop owner knows service advisors serve as ambassadors and automotive lingo translators with customers. By building trust while explaining pricing, their interactions lead to loyalty and good reviews," writes Lois Tuffin. In the jam packed May/June Indie...